DC: A vigorous cold front will sweep thru DC area this afternoon/evening, setting off strong to severe storms
I've got a Midland NOAA weather radio here that's flashing me a big orange "watch" signal.
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What to know about today’s severe storm threat
A vigorous cold front will sweep thru DC area this afternoon/evening, setting off strong to severe storms and putting an end to the record-breaking heat.
The most probable timing for storms is 3-9p.
More info: https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026/05/20/dc-area-weather-forecast-scorching-today-with-storms-likely-then-much-cooler-damp/
11:24 AM · May 20, 2026
What to know about today’s severe storm threat
— Capital Weather Gang (@capitalweather.bsky.social) 2026-05-20T15:24:19.651Z
A vigorous cold front will sweep thru DC area this afternoon/evening, setting off strong to severe storms and putting an end to the record-breaking heat.
The most probable timing for storms is 3-9p.
More info: www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026...
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as long as the storm isn't too severe... 
it is HOT here (Eastern Shore)
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